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THE CLAWS OF UNION
"In nomine Spiritus sancti, quod de qua Synodus pertractabit."
"In the Name of the Holy Ghost, which the Synod is to take up."
Artistic representation of Ser Yvrize, Noble Heron of Knights slaying a voidbeast circa 203 A.C.
INTRODUCTION
The Claws of Union is a new organisation that covers guarding of the Synod and control of the Unionist Feudal levies, in other words, they are the Synodical army and guard. Any blades-man or fighter who wants to be a soldier under the Synod should strive to be a Faith Hand, which fulfil the roles of bodyguards, soldiers and event servants of the Reverends of the Synod. The Sword's Legatus who leads all the Sword's Legionarius, is also responsible as the person for summoning the Warmeet in case of mobilisation of the Synodical military. Men and women of all standing, regardless of experience are taken—so long as they can wield their weapon of choice to a basic level.
No matter what background a Hand comes from, they are always afforded extensive further training. Given the current Legatus, the thoughts and philosophies of the Villiers-Eclaire are quite prevalent within The Claws of Union. The Claws are steadfast in their resolute and dedication to the Synod, sure to act as the first and last order of defence for Unionism in Regalia and elsewhere in the world.
HIERARCHY
Sword's Legatus
The proud leader and commander of The Claws of Union, and General of the Synodical Feudal levies. The Sword's Legate is responsible for the entirety of The Claws of Union.
- Ser Theodore Vandervelde
Sword's Praefectus
The Sword's Praefectus acts as the senior military advisory to the Legatus, and while usually not a knight like that of Centurions, they are more experienced in tactical and command schooling, and as such, act almost as a second Legatus, in terms of filling in s a General where the Legatus sends him and can not be himself. Praefectus are experienced at training new recruits and local forces as well as establishing defenses.
- Ser Caligulus Augustulus Vespasian Tiberius
Sword's Centurions
The Sword's Centurions are a senior grade rank in the Claws of Union's army. The most senior centurion is known as the Primus Pilus and they advise the Legatus. The Centurions function similar to a Decanus when guarding, but on the field of battle, hold a higher rank, commanding 100 men. As a result, when guarding, the Centurion and the Decanus are equal in rank, but in the army during battle, a Centurion can command up to ten Decanus. It is expected for a Centurion to be an experienced Holy Knight with a record of deeds in service to the faith.
- Ser Edward Krupp
Sword's Decanus
Sword's Decanus are the junior officers of The Claws of Union. Tasked with much of the same responsibilities as the Sword's Legionarius while also overseeing their command. It is expected for a Decanus to be experienced Holy Knights or soldiers with a particular proclivity for the faith. On the field of battle, they command up to 10 men.
- - Ser Loke av Nystrom
Synod's Legionarius
The Sword's Legionarius are the stalwart foundation of The Claws of Union, the private soldier per se. They are tasked with guarding and protecting the Reverends of the Synod as well as being the soldiers of their army, and unquestionably so. They are Holy warriors of the Synod, but more so than anything devoted servants to the Spirit. They are expected to carry out orders of the Decanus, Legatus and Reverends without question and with blind loyalty to the faith.
- Ser Ciro Malafronte
- Ser Siyasinov Ivan Yakovich
Scholar Domus
A Scholar Domus is both the ceremonial and religious expert of the Claws of Union assigned to a warrior with experience on the battlefield and is occasionally present to raise morale of the Synod's Legionarius, offer intelligent discussion to the various officers of the Claws of Union. Whilst they have no input in the workings of the Claws, their counsel is often requested for a variety of reasons, from religious text, to prayer before battle, as well as oversight of burial of the fallen in battle. They are the the Claw's religious expert and connection to the Spirit's knowledge.
- Lady Veronika Elipolous
Hero of the Anvil
The Hero of the Anvil or Heros de Incude is a prestigious positional rank of the Claws of Union responsible for the forging of armour and weapons for the Synod's Army. Each one follows a half forge, half ceremonial process of first creating a weapon or armour piece, then engraving it with a Unionist verse or the motto of the Claws of Union, "In nomine Spiritus sancti, quod de qua Synodus pertractabit." or "In the Name of the Holy Ghost, which the Synod is to take up." before treating the piece with holy water provided by the Synod and performing a prayer. Members of this rank also repair armour and weapons when they are damaged.
- Lady Karoline Vandervelde
Sword's Ducis De Classemque
The Ducis de Classemque, also known as the "Ducis" or in common, "The Leaders of the Fleet" are usually captain's of the navy or such schooling in service to the Claws of Union. They command their own ships or small task force of their own and specialize in escort missions, naval engagement, marine deployment, and naval bombardment.
- Captain Maxence Vandervelde
Dishonoured
This list comprises those who dishonoured the Oaths they pledged to, the Synod, Holy Spirit, or fellow members of the Claws of Union. All dishonoured, regardless of prior rank are listed here, along with a reason for being such. In some cases, dishonoured members can be redeemed through holy acts or servitude, though this does not apply to all.
- Olivier de Letoirneau:
Heretical Targets
Heretical targets of the Claws of Union are Major threats to the lives of Unionist, the church, or the holy spirit. As such, they are made infamous public targets.
- Currently: None
Honoured Souls
Honoured souls are those that have lost their life either while on duty as a guard or in combat while serving the Synod's Army. Those members of the Claws of Union that are seen as honourable also may find their name on here even if they pass away while off duty, but still were an active member of the order.
- Ser Jason van der Veer
COMBAT DOCTRINE
The Claws of Union use tactics tried and true to devastating effect. Relentless harassment is a known favourite of the prior Legate Ser Angelo dei Marchesi. It's often heard by peers his admiration for force concentration, shock tactics, attrition and scorched earth tactics, which very much reflects the attitude of many of the members' approach to single combat also. It is less often heard, but still true nonetheless his respect for the tactics used by members of The Black Sepulchre. Shield-walls and large flanking forces have been used in the past. The current Legate Ser Theodore Vandervelde follows many of the old Doctrine of his respected predecessor will adapting specialization in shock and surprise tactics as well as elite and covert style operations due to both his Viridian and Black hand experience.
- - -
OOC Information
As a new organisation, you will strive to make a lasting impact on role-play in your new position with the hopes in bringing another layer of interest to Unionist RP. Expect to be guarding events, attending military meetings and various training scenarios like capture the flag, dueling, and group crowd control and military tactics.
As an addition, many evolution of ranks, events and so much so as the fine detail of the culture of this organization will be occasionally added to spice up not only rp but things you can rp about as an attribute to your character as a result of having or being a part of the Claw of Union.
An example being all knights carrying around a cylindrical wooden capsule of holy water in which to apply upon their blade before combat, to purify it before it sheds blood in the name of the Spirit.
Application template
IGN:
Discord:
Character Name:
Character Application:
Letter to Sword's Legatus:
@Zombiel3ait @GoldWolfGaming
"In nomine Spiritus sancti, quod de qua Synodus pertractabit."
"In the Name of the Holy Ghost, which the Synod is to take up."
Artistic representation of Ser Yvrize, Noble Heron of Knights slaying a voidbeast circa 203 A.C.
INTRODUCTION
The Claws of Union is a new organisation that covers guarding of the Synod and control of the Unionist Feudal levies, in other words, they are the Synodical army and guard. Any blades-man or fighter who wants to be a soldier under the Synod should strive to be a Faith Hand, which fulfil the roles of bodyguards, soldiers and event servants of the Reverends of the Synod. The Sword's Legatus who leads all the Sword's Legionarius, is also responsible as the person for summoning the Warmeet in case of mobilisation of the Synodical military. Men and women of all standing, regardless of experience are taken—so long as they can wield their weapon of choice to a basic level.
No matter what background a Hand comes from, they are always afforded extensive further training. Given the current Legatus, the thoughts and philosophies of the Villiers-Eclaire are quite prevalent within The Claws of Union. The Claws are steadfast in their resolute and dedication to the Synod, sure to act as the first and last order of defence for Unionism in Regalia and elsewhere in the world.
HIERARCHY
Sword's Legatus
The proud leader and commander of The Claws of Union, and General of the Synodical Feudal levies. The Sword's Legate is responsible for the entirety of The Claws of Union.
- Ser Theodore Vandervelde
Sword's Praefectus
The Sword's Praefectus acts as the senior military advisory to the Legatus, and while usually not a knight like that of Centurions, they are more experienced in tactical and command schooling, and as such, act almost as a second Legatus, in terms of filling in s a General where the Legatus sends him and can not be himself. Praefectus are experienced at training new recruits and local forces as well as establishing defenses.
- Ser Caligulus Augustulus Vespasian Tiberius
Sword's Centurions
The Sword's Centurions are a senior grade rank in the Claws of Union's army. The most senior centurion is known as the Primus Pilus and they advise the Legatus. The Centurions function similar to a Decanus when guarding, but on the field of battle, hold a higher rank, commanding 100 men. As a result, when guarding, the Centurion and the Decanus are equal in rank, but in the army during battle, a Centurion can command up to ten Decanus. It is expected for a Centurion to be an experienced Holy Knight with a record of deeds in service to the faith.
- Ser Edward Krupp
Sword's Decanus
Sword's Decanus are the junior officers of The Claws of Union. Tasked with much of the same responsibilities as the Sword's Legionarius while also overseeing their command. It is expected for a Decanus to be experienced Holy Knights or soldiers with a particular proclivity for the faith. On the field of battle, they command up to 10 men.
- - Ser Loke av Nystrom
Synod's Legionarius
The Sword's Legionarius are the stalwart foundation of The Claws of Union, the private soldier per se. They are tasked with guarding and protecting the Reverends of the Synod as well as being the soldiers of their army, and unquestionably so. They are Holy warriors of the Synod, but more so than anything devoted servants to the Spirit. They are expected to carry out orders of the Decanus, Legatus and Reverends without question and with blind loyalty to the faith.
- Ser Ciro Malafronte
- Ser Siyasinov Ivan Yakovich
Scholar Domus
A Scholar Domus is both the ceremonial and religious expert of the Claws of Union assigned to a warrior with experience on the battlefield and is occasionally present to raise morale of the Synod's Legionarius, offer intelligent discussion to the various officers of the Claws of Union. Whilst they have no input in the workings of the Claws, their counsel is often requested for a variety of reasons, from religious text, to prayer before battle, as well as oversight of burial of the fallen in battle. They are the the Claw's religious expert and connection to the Spirit's knowledge.
- Lady Veronika Elipolous
Hero of the Anvil
The Hero of the Anvil or Heros de Incude is a prestigious positional rank of the Claws of Union responsible for the forging of armour and weapons for the Synod's Army. Each one follows a half forge, half ceremonial process of first creating a weapon or armour piece, then engraving it with a Unionist verse or the motto of the Claws of Union, "In nomine Spiritus sancti, quod de qua Synodus pertractabit." or "In the Name of the Holy Ghost, which the Synod is to take up." before treating the piece with holy water provided by the Synod and performing a prayer. Members of this rank also repair armour and weapons when they are damaged.
- Lady Karoline Vandervelde
Sword's Ducis De Classemque
The Ducis de Classemque, also known as the "Ducis" or in common, "The Leaders of the Fleet" are usually captain's of the navy or such schooling in service to the Claws of Union. They command their own ships or small task force of their own and specialize in escort missions, naval engagement, marine deployment, and naval bombardment.
- Captain Maxence Vandervelde
Dishonoured
This list comprises those who dishonoured the Oaths they pledged to, the Synod, Holy Spirit, or fellow members of the Claws of Union. All dishonoured, regardless of prior rank are listed here, along with a reason for being such. In some cases, dishonoured members can be redeemed through holy acts or servitude, though this does not apply to all.
- Olivier de Letoirneau:
Left the Order 12 hours after taking the Oaths.
Heretical targets of the Claws of Union are Major threats to the lives of Unionist, the church, or the holy spirit. As such, they are made infamous public targets.
- Currently: None
Honoured Souls
Honoured souls are those that have lost their life either while on duty as a guard or in combat while serving the Synod's Army. Those members of the Claws of Union that are seen as honourable also may find their name on here even if they pass away while off duty, but still were an active member of the order.
- Ser Jason van der Veer
COMBAT DOCTRINE
The Claws of Union use tactics tried and true to devastating effect. Relentless harassment is a known favourite of the prior Legate Ser Angelo dei Marchesi. It's often heard by peers his admiration for force concentration, shock tactics, attrition and scorched earth tactics, which very much reflects the attitude of many of the members' approach to single combat also. It is less often heard, but still true nonetheless his respect for the tactics used by members of The Black Sepulchre. Shield-walls and large flanking forces have been used in the past. The current Legate Ser Theodore Vandervelde follows many of the old Doctrine of his respected predecessor will adapting specialization in shock and surprise tactics as well as elite and covert style operations due to both his Viridian and Black hand experience.
- - -
OOC Information
As a new organisation, you will strive to make a lasting impact on role-play in your new position with the hopes in bringing another layer of interest to Unionist RP. Expect to be guarding events, attending military meetings and various training scenarios like capture the flag, dueling, and group crowd control and military tactics.
As an addition, many evolution of ranks, events and so much so as the fine detail of the culture of this organization will be occasionally added to spice up not only rp but things you can rp about as an attribute to your character as a result of having or being a part of the Claw of Union.
An example being all knights carrying around a cylindrical wooden capsule of holy water in which to apply upon their blade before combat, to purify it before it sheds blood in the name of the Spirit.
Application template
IGN:
Discord:
Character Name:
Character Application:
Letter to Sword's Legatus:
@Zombiel3ait @GoldWolfGaming
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